CareerPlan

Senior Engineer Control Systems

Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time2026-10-07 → 2026-10-22
Hybrid

Core

Provide technical and asset ownership support for Operational Technology assets at Melbourne Water's ETP, ensuring OT systems are operated, maintained, and modified in accordance with policies while supporting critical infrastructure renewal projects.

Role type

Senior IC control systems engineer (OT/SCADA)

Builds

OT asset renewal and replacement plans, OT/SCADA-related projects, and maintenance strategies for water infrastructure

Domain

Water utility / Industrial automation

Required skills

industrial control systems (SCADA, PLCs, RTUs), OT networks, asset lifecycle management, Management of Change (MoC), electrical/instrumentation/automation systems design, incident investigation, stakeholder engagement

Preferred skills

Registered Professional Engineer (RPEV) registration, AusCheck clearance eligibility, driver's licence

Technologies

SCADA, PLCs, RTUs, OT networks, CCTV

Responsibilities

Contribute to OT asset renewal and replacement plans; Assist with technical governance and asset stewardship; Act as OT subject matter expert for major capital projects; Oversee Management of Change (MoC) activities; Provide specialist advice on OT standards and technical risk; Lead investigations of OT problems and support incidents; Analyse asset performance data to support investment decisions; Support development of maintenance strategies

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with strategic asset planning